This Blog is a digital journal for two cute pooches, Casey (A White Color Shih Tzu Dog Mix) & Peanut (A Brown Dachshund Dog Mix) who are both two complete opposites who have nothing in common except this blog and same owners.

Wednesday, April 19, 2017

You might not think that there's much to naming a pet, but it can be quite the challenge. As a matter of fact, many pet owners allow their new animal friends to go nameless for days, if not weeks, before a certain alias is decided on. This is why it's important to know how to choose the best name that you want your pet to go by. Here are 4 of the best tips to ensure that this happens as smoothly as possible.

In order to name your pet, understand that simplicity often goes a long way. One of the reasons for this, according to companies the likes of Assisi Animal Health, is that pets respond better to them. To say that this will make training easier would be an understatement. In addition, it'll be easier for you to remember simpler names, not unlike a four-digit PIN for your debit card. Keep this in mind if you find the act of naming your new animal friend a challenge.

Pet names should be decided based on personality, too. After all, every animal showcases a certain demeanor that should make the name-choosing process easier. Let's say that you have a female dog that's loving and enjoys being around people; "Rosie" and "Millie" sound like appropriate names to give. Of course, these are just a few examples that will be able to reflect the personality of animals in the home.

Another tip to consider is that dog names shouldn't sound too much like commands. To expand on this, let's say that you have perfected the trick "sit." In this scenario, your dog will be able to perform it without any hesitation. This might not be the case, however, if you decide to name your pet "Sid." The beginning of the name is too similar to the aforementioned trick. You don't want your animal friend to become confused.

Let's say that you're still stuck on a name; maybe all it takes is some inspiration to get you out of this slump. Believe it or not, many pet owners take names of characters from video games, TV shows, and the like, so why shouldn't you do the same? Keep in mind that the name you choose should still be easy enough to remember and for your pet to understand. If this is the case, you'll have a great choice on your hands.